Which place is cheaper, Brno or Birmingham?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Birmingham or Brno?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Birmingham and Brno can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Birmingham or Brno?
Birmingham
Birmingham, England, is often known as Britain's second-largest city. It is located in the western Midlands of England. Birmingham is nearly in the center of England, so almost all rail and motorways cross here. The city gained popularity and status during the industrial revolution and is still one of the main cities for industrial production and power, ranging from electricity to metal. Because of its importance as an industrial hub, it is one of the most populated cities in England. In more recent years, Birmingham has done a lot to add to the overall cultural scene of the city with the addition of museums and art.
Brno
Brno is a city in the Czech Republic known for its modernist and baroque buildings, gardens, museums, and churches. There are many monuments and cultural features especially related to the city's Moravian history, like the Moravian Museum and Moravian Gallery. It is also uniquely located between a landscape of South Moravian Vineyards and northern Moravian Karst topography.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in United Kingdom, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in United Kingdom, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Czech Republic, and The Best Adventure Tours to Czech Republic.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBirmingham £133Brno £106
The average daily cost (per person) in Birmingham is £133, while the average daily cost in Brno is £106. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Birmingham and Brno in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBirmingham £66Brno £58
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBirmingham £132Brno £116
Compare Hotels in Birmingham and Brno
Looking for a hotel in Birmingham or Brno? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Birmingham Hotel Prices and Brno Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Birmingham £25Brno £2.13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Birmingham
Also for Birmingham, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arrival Private Transfers from Airport BHX to Birmingham in Luxury Van: $76
- Birmingham Airport (BHX): Private Transfer to Birmingham: $111
- Birmingham Airport Transfers: Airport BHX to Birmingham City in Luxury Car: $101
- Birmingham Airport Transfers: Birmingham City to Airport BHX in Business Car: $64
- Birmingham Private Transfer from Birmingham Airport to City centre: $114
- Birmingham Private Transfer from Birmingham city centre to Birmingham Airport: $114
- Birmingham to Heathrow Airport private taxi transfers: $278
- Manchester Airport: BUS Transfer to/from Birmingham: $8.04
- Private Birmingham Arrival Transfer - Airport to Hotel / Accommodation: $56
- Private Transfer from Birmingham Airport to Birmingham City: $36
- Private Transfer from Birmingham to Manchester Airport (MAN): $199
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brno
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brno:
- Private Transfer from Brno to Prague with 2 hours for sightseeing: $141
- Private Transfer From Vsetín to Jablůnka: $3.26
Is it cheaper to fly into Birmingham or Brno?
Prices for flights to both Brno and Birmingham change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayBirmingham £38Brno £47
Typical Food Prices in Birmingham
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Birmingham:
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Two Subs at Birmingham Bus Station£5.58
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Birmingham
For Birmingham, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Birmingham Slogging Gangs Walking and Food Tour: $69
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Birmingham £48Brno -
Tours and Activities in Birmingham
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Birmingham.
- On the Origins of Charles Darwin: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Shrewsbury: $6.99
- Winterbourne House and Garden Admission Ticket: $9.90
- Skip the Line: House and Garden Admission Ticket : $10
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Birmingham Private Self-Guided Walking Tour: $11
- Self-Guided Smartphone Sightseeing Treasure Hunt: $12
- City Center Walking Tour (10:30am & 5:00pm): $15
- Birmingham Walking Tour: Migration Stories from the Stratford Road : $15
- Birmingham City Centre Daily Walking Tour (10:30am & 5pm): $15
- Discovering Birmingham Walking Tour: $17
- 2.5-Hours Walking Tour of Birmingham into Black Heritage Madiba: $18
- Digbeth, Public art and Peaky Film Guided Walking Tour: $19
Tours and Activities in Brno
Here are a few actual costs in Brno for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Top secrets of caves in Moravian Karst - Guided Day Tour: $228
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Brno : $38
- 3-Hour Brno Themed Walking Tours: $37
- BMP tank driving experience Prague: $270
- BMP tank ride & MagFed paintball adventure Prague: $128
- Best of Czech Caves - Full-Day Hiking Tour in Moravian Karst: $250
- Brno Private Walking Tour: $222
- Brno daily tours: $71
- Brno’s Historic Gems: A Walking Tour: $152
- Brno’s Historic Gems: A Walking Tour: $78
- Historic Downtown Walking Tour: $32
- Private Walking Tour: $226
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBirmingham £11Brno £1.88
Sample the Local Flavors in Birmingham
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Birmingham:
- Birmingham Bar Maid-led Pub Crawl for Special Events: $47
Sample the Local Flavors in Brno
Also in Brno, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Fullday Private Tour in Lednice & Valtice with Wine Tasting: $196
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Birmingham and Brno, we can see that Birmingham is more expensive. And not only is Brno much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Brno would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Brno and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Birmingham would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Birmingham than you might in Brno.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Birmingham Expensive? and Is Brno Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Birmingham or Brno?
Birmingham has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Brno. When comparing the sizes of Birmingham and Brno, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
When is the best time to visit Birmingham or Brno?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Birmingham or Brno in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Birmingham as well as Brno. Many travelers come to Birmingham for the music scene and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Birmingham is cooler than Brno. Typically, the summer temperatures in Birmingham in July average around 17°C (63°F), and Brno averages at about 23°C (73°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Brno. In the summer, Birmingham often gets less sunshine than Brno. Birmingham gets 196 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Brno receives 236 hours of full sun.
Birmingham usually gets less rain in July than Brno. Birmingham gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Brno receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBirmingham 17°C (63°F)Brno 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Birmingham or Brno in the Autumn?
Both Brno and Birmingham are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Birmingham in the autumn for the shopping scene and the music scene.
In October, Birmingham is generally cooler than Brno. Daily temperatures in Birmingham average around 11°C (52°F), and Brno fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
Birmingham usually receives less sunshine than Brno during autumn. Birmingham gets 103 hours of sunny skies, while Brno receives 129 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Birmingham usually receives more rain than Brno. Birmingham gets 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Brno receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBirmingham 11°C (52°F)Brno 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Birmingham or Brno in the Winter?
Both Brno and Birmingham during the winter are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Birmingham for the museums, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine during these months.
The weather in Brno can be very cold. Birmingham can be very cold during winter. Birmingham is much warmer than Brno in the winter. The daily temperature in Birmingham averages around 3°C (38°F) in January, and Brno fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).
In the winter, Birmingham often gets more sunshine than Brno. Birmingham gets 58 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Brno receives 49 hours of full sun.
Birmingham usually gets more rain in January than Brno. Birmingham gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Brno receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBirmingham 3°C (38°F)Brno 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Birmingham or Brno in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Birmingham and Brno.
In the spring, Birmingham is cooler than Brno. Typically, the spring temperatures in Birmingham in April average around 9°C (48°F), and Brno averages at about 13°C (55°F).
Birmingham usually receives less sunshine than Brno during spring. Birmingham gets 136 hours of sunny skies, while Brno receives 167 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Birmingham usually receives more rain than Brno. Birmingham gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Brno receives 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBirmingham 9°C (48°F)Brno 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Brno and Birmingham
| Birmingham | Brno | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (38°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (40°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (42°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Apr | 9°C (48°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| May | 12°C (53°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (63°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (58°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (52°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (40°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.